All streams flow to the sea because it is lower than they are. Humility gives it its power.
The sage honors his part of the settlement, but does not exact his due from others.
A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.
Holding on to the weak is called strength.
The group will not prosper if the leader grabs the lion's share of the credit for the good work that has been done.
If you want everything, you first have to give everything up.